Certificate in 91��Law (Online): Certificate Programs: Graduate Programs: Academics: School of Education: Indiana University Bloomington

Certificate in 91��Law (Online)

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Certificate in 91��Law (Online)

Grow in your profession with a program that respects your busy schedule. This 12-credit hour program will help you increase your legal literacy. Learn how to respect and advocate for the rights of students and school employees. Become more empowered to solve the myriad of legal and ethical dilemmas that arise in schools.

Have you ever wondered:

Can students be disciplined for social media posts and other online speech?
What happens when schools and families disagree about an Individualized 91��Program (IEP) for a student with disabilities?
Can teachers address political issues in the classroom?

These and many other questions are explored in the ELC program.

Program Details

Starting Semester	Deadline
Fall	Jul 1
Spring	Nov 1
Summer	Apr 1
International students are encouraged to apply early to allow extra time for their materials to arrive.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (minimum accumulative GPA 2.75 out of 4.00)
Completed online application that includes:
- Personal statement
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation (from professional or academic references)
- Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score or minimum 115 Duolingo score (international students only)

The Graduate Studies Office will accept unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores for admission reviews. Any admission made with these documents would be conditioned on receipt of official documents, which should be provided as soon as possible.

If you are currently enrolled or have applied in the past year, you are eligible for a reduced application fee of $35.

Learn more about how to apply

Costs listed are per credit hour.

2025-2026 Academic Year

Residency	Tuition	DE Fee	Total
Indiana Resident	$ 510.36	$ 39.78	$ 550.14
Non-resident	$ 612.43	$ 39.78	$ 652.21

2026-2027 Academic Year

Residency	Tuition	DE Fee	Total
Indiana Resident	$ 520.56	$ 40.00	$ 560.56
Non-resident	$ 624.67	$ 40.00	$ 664.67

Find more information and calculate your expected costs at .

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No GRE Required

for admittance into this program

I wouldn't trade my journey through education law for anything. I had the best professors who not only presented the content well by providing engaging assignments but also cared about my well-being.
Kimbria Jackson, Ed.D., Assistant Principal, D.C., 91��Law Certificate Graduate

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Our program is unique in that a majority of our faculty members are lawyers with doctorates in education, so you'll learn from people with practical expertise in the courtroom as well as the classroom.

The certificate is valuable for a wide variety of school professionals including public and private school teachers; school leaders including special education directors, principals, department heads, and superintendents; coaches, social workers, school nurses, school counselors, higher education faculty; and higher education staff and administrators, particularly those in student affairs, admissions, and executive offices.

Non-school-related professionals can also benefit, including graduate students seeking a specialization in education law, advocates for students with disabilities and other student populations, as well as attorneys and policymakers who seek expertise in this area.

Our Faculty

Contact Us

Hannah Gahimer
hgahime@iu.edu

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School of Education

Earn your ELC completely online, on your schedule.